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Flight deals from Mexico City to Cancun

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Mexico City to Cancun? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cancun.R 511 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Nov.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound direct flight with Volaris departs from Felipe Angeles International on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 511, select.
Cancun.R 524 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound direct flight with Volaris departs from Felipe Angeles International on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 524, select.
Cancun.R 600 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound direct flight with Viva departs from Felipe Angeles International on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 600, select.
Cancun.R 600 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Jan.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound direct flight with Viva departs from Felipe Angeles International on Sun, 18 Jan, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 600, select.
Cancun.R 628 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Mar.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound direct flight with Viva departs from Felipe Angeles International on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 628, select.
Cancun.R 707 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound direct flight with Volaris departs from Felipe Angeles International on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 707, select.
Cancun.R 747 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound direct flight with Viva departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 747, select.
Cancun.R 787 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound direct flight with Volaris departs from Felipe Angeles International on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Cancun.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 787, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Cancun

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Mexico City to Cancun flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jun
from R 960
Jul
from R 788
Aug
from R 787
Sep
from R 747
Oct
from R 524
Nov
from R 511
Dec
from R 707
Jan
from R 600
Feb
from R 600
Mar
from R 628
Apr
from R 790
May
from R 1,499

Direct flights from Mexico City to Cancun

Mexico City to Cancun: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Mexico City to Cancun below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cancun.

Mexico City to Cancun: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 511
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time2 hrs, 27 mins
Most popular airlineAeromexico
Average flights per week755

Finding cheap flights from Mexico City to Cancun: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Mexico City to Cancun is R 1,173. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 26 minutes is the average flight time from Mexico City to Cancun.
Aeromexico, LATAM Airlines and Viva fly direct from Mexico City to Cancun.
As of June 2025, there are 755 flights per week flying from Mexico City to Cancun.
The cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Cancun is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Mexico City to Cancun Airport on Saturday, 24 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 26 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cancun but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cancun is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Cancun is Viva .

Flying from Mexico City to Cancun International Airport (CUN): What you need to know

  • Kick off your travels at one of Mexico City's main airports, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). Explore your options for booking a flight from Mexico City to Cancun International Airport (CUN) jetting off from either of these.

  • The average duration of a direct Mexico City to Cancun International Airport flight is 2 hours 25 minutes.

  • Cancun is one hour ahead of Mexico City. Cancun International Airport is located in Cancun, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.

  • With 175 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Cancun International Airport (CUN) is the busiest route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 3:20am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from MEX to CUN is with Volaris at 11:15pm.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Mexico City to CUN. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.

Airports in Mexico City

Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)

  • Go straight to your destination from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Direct flights from Mexico City to Cancun International Airport (CUN) operate from here.

  • At MEX, there's a range of carriers that offer direct flights from Mexico City to Cancun International Airport, including:

  • The preferred airline for passengers flying between MEX and CUN is Aeromexico.

  • Among carriers operating on this route, Aeromexico has the best record for on-time arrivals.

  • Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Mexico City to Cancun International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to Benito Juarez International Airport:

  • Benito Juarez International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that take off from MEX land on time.

Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)

  • Think about kicking off your journey from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). You can book a direct Mexico City to Cancun International Airport (CUN) plane ticket from this popular hub.

  • Popular airlines that have direct flights from Mexico City to CUN taking off from NLU include:

  • On the NLU to CUN route, VivaAerobus is the favourite choice for most passengers.

  • Among the carriers operating flights between Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport and Cancun International Airport, Aeromexico has the best record for on-time arrivals.

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 1 hour 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 55 minutes.

  • Getting to the airport on time before your Mexico City to CUN flight is a lot easier when you stay close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. If you have an early departure, Verticca Hotel gives you a head start on the journey.

  • Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.58%. This figure reflects how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.

About Cancun International Airport (CUN)

How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Cancun International Airport is R 511. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,173. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book four months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Mexico City to CUN.

  • September is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Mexico City to Cancun International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Mexico City to CUN.

  • Hunt down a great price on a flight from Mexico City to Cancun International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Mexico City to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. May is the quietest month to visit Cancun. July is when most people book flights from Mexico City to Cancun International Airport (CUN), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.

  • The warmest month in Cancun is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Mexico City to CUN plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Cancun International Airport in January when temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

More about Cancun

  • Start your Cancun trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Cancun International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Chichen itzá Park, Cancun Beach and Fuente de Kukulcan are attractions you won't want to skip in Cancun.

Explore more of Mexico

  • You've visited Cancun, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Travel about 290 kilometres west to Merida to check off its popular sights. From Chichen-itza Park to Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos and Nva. Chichen Itza Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • If there's time to check out another great destination in Mexico, head for Kanasín, roughly 274 kilometres west of Cancun. Santa Isabel hacienda. Santa Isabel hacienda k'íiwik Park, Sitio arqueologico Flor de Mayo.Aak'its, Nikté Ch'oom k'íiwik ka'achij and Glorieta De Guadalupe are highlights.

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